Miller Joins Valpo Strength & Conditioning; Smith, Price Added to Football Coaching Staff

The Valparaiso University Department of Athletics has announced a trio of hires, including the addition of Gabe Miller as Associate Director of Sports Performance. Miller will serve as the strength and conditioning coach for the football and women’s basketball programs.

Robert Washington Receives Philadelphia Eagles Rookie Minicamp Invite

A phone call from one former Valparaiso University football player to another on Monday carried with it the opportunity of a lifetime.

Valpo Football Holds Annual Spring Game

The spring showers served as a reminder that the calendar shows April, but the Valparaiso University football team competing in a game environment made it feel like an autumn afternoon on Sunday at Brown Field.

Football Spring Game to Connect Past, Present and Future

When the Valparaiso University football program hosts its annual Spring Game on Sunday, the day will unite members of the program’s past, present and future.

Seven Valpo Players Earn NFF Hampshire Honor Society Membership

Seven members of the Valparaiso University football program have earned National Football Foundation Hampshire Honor Society membership for their performance in the classroom.

Niesner to Participate in Seahawks Workout

Former Valparaiso University football punter Ben Niesner (Black Diamond, Wash. / Tahoma [Portland State]) has been invited by the Seattle Seahawks to participate in their local draft-eligible player visit/workout.

Robert Washington to Participate in Pro Day

The Valparaiso University football program will be represented by Robert Washington (Huntersville, N.C. / East Gaston [Old Dominion]) at a Pro Day hosted by Charlotte in Charlotte, N.C. on Friday, April 1.

Chris Bolden Named Valpo Wide Receivers Coach

The Valparaiso University football program and head coach Landon Fox have announced the hiring of Chris Bolden as the program’s wide receivers coach.

Valpo Football Set to Commence Spring Season

For the first time in Landon Fox’s three-year tenure as the head football coach at Valparaiso University, the program is set to experience a traditional spring season.

Pat Denecke Named Valpo Offensive Line Coach

The Valparaiso University football program and head coach Landon Fox have announced the hiring of Pat Denecke as the program’s offensive line coach.

Valpo Ties Program Record for PFL Honor Roll Members

The Valparaiso University football program has continued to reach new heights both in competition and in the classroom during the Landon Fox head coaching era.

Will Fleming Named Valpo Offensive Coordinator

The Valparaiso University football program and head coach Landon Fox have announced the hiring of Will Fleming as the team’s offensive coordinator.

Valpo Football Welcomes Newcomers During National Signing Period

The 2022 Valparaiso University football roster has continued to take shape this month as 32 student-athletes were added to the incoming recruiting class. The class, which also features six early signees who were introduced in December, will join the program for the 2022-23 academic and athletic year. Two midyear transfers have also joined the roster.

Valpo Football Reveals 2022 Schedule

After a 2021 calendar year that saw the Valparaiso University football program take significant steps forward, the next opportunity for the team to continue its forward trajectory will be here in the blink of an eye as the 2022 season is already fast approaching.

11 Beacons Recognized on Phil Steele All-PFL Teams

The Valparaiso University football team was well represented as Phil Steele release its All-Pioneer Football League teams for the 2021 fall season this week.

Niesner Named to FCS ADA Academic All-Star Team

If you’ve lost track of the number of accolades received by Valparaiso University football punter Ben Niesner (Black Diamond, Wash. / Tahoma [Portland State]), it’s hard to blame you.

Niesner Selected to Play in Tropical Bowl

Valparaiso University football fifth-year senior Ben Niesner (Black Diamond, Wash. / Tahoma [Portland State]) has been selected to play in the SPIRAL Tropical Bowl on Jan. 15 in Orlando, Fla.

Valpo Football Welcomes First Batch of 2022 Recruits

Head coach Landon Fox has announced the addition of six players to the Valparaiso University football program as the team began welcoming its 2022 incoming class as part of the December early signing period.

Valpo Football Announces Team Awards at Postseason Banquet

The Valparaiso University football program revealed its team award winners for the Fall 2021 campaign at the group’s annual postseason awards banquet on Sunday. The team awards were peer-selected as they were voted upon by the players.

Niesner Earns Special Teams MVP at FCS Bowl

While all of his teammates were on campus celebrating their 2021 accomplishments at the annual Valparaiso University football banquet, fifth-year senior punter Ben Niesner (Black Diamond, Wash. / Tahoma [Portland State]) was busy racking up one more accolade at the FCS Bowl by Spiral on Sunday in Daytona Beach, Fla.

Niesner Named to FCS Bowl Roster

Valparaiso University punter Ben Niesner (Black Diamond, Wash. / Tahoma [Portland State]) has been named to the roster for the FCS Bowl by Spiral, which will take place on Sunday, Dec. 12 in Daytona Beach, Fla.

Seven Beacons Selected for Academic All-PFL Status

The Valparaiso University football team placed four individuals on the Academic All-Pioneer Football League First Team and three more on the Second Team as the league office announced the honors on Wednesday.

Valpo Trio Earns First Team All-PFL Status; Two More Garner Second Team Honors

Five members of the Valparaiso University football program were named to the All-Pioneer Football League First or Second Team on Tuesday, while nine others received All-PFL Honorable Mention.

Valpo Football Recognizes Seniors, Wraps Up Season

The Valparaiso University football program recognized 25 seniors in a pregame ceremony on Saturday afternoon at Brown Field. Those festivities gave way to a 51-38 setback in a high-scoring battle with Morehead State that wrapped up the Fall 2021 campaign. The season featured a number of highlights and achievements as Valpo (4-7, 4-4) boasted a Pioneer Football League record of .500 or better for the second straight season and went a combined 8-6 in PFL action during the calendar year of 2021.

Sherman Named to CoSIDA Academic All-District Team

The Valparaiso University football team was represented as CoSIDA announced its Academic All-District Team for District 5 on Thursday with senior defensive back Kohlton Sherman (Millington, Mich. / Millington) receiving recognition for his academic and athletic success.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 12

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 12 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the lopsided Week 11 win over Butler and preview the Week 12 Senior Day game vs. Morehead State.

Valpo Football to Celebrate Seniors on Saturday

The final day of the Fall 2021 season has arrived and a winning record in Pioneer Football League play is at stake as the Valparaiso University football team welcomes Morehead State to Brown Field to close out the season. The Beacons will celebrate the collegiate careers of 24 seniors in a pregame ceremony before a big matchup kicks off against a Morehead State team that is enjoying a strong season.

Football Rolls Past Butler to Keep Hold on Hoosier Helmet

Regardless of the score, winning the Hoosier Helmet is always sweet for the Valparaiso University football team.

Rivalry Week Arrives with Hoosier Helmet Back Up for Grabs

Every game means a lot, but this one means the most to the Valparaiso University football team. The Pioneer Football League’s oldest rivalry will feature an unprecedented third installment within the same calendar year as Valpo and Butler get together on Saturday at the Sellick Bowl in Indianapolis. The Beacons will attempt to clinch at least a .500 finish in PFL and notch their second straight victory on Saturday.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 11

Washington, Bartholomew Earn PFL Player of the Week Recognition

Following a record-filled 65-55 victory over Presbyterian on Saturday, the Valparaiso University football team received no shortage of recognition on Sunday.

Valpo Tops Presbyterian in Record-Setting Fashion

The Valparaiso University football team shattered a school record for single-game rushing touchdowns with eight while posting the fifth-highest point total in program history during a lengthy 65-55 victory over visiting Presbyterian on Saturday afternoon at Brown Field. Nick Orekoya (Billerica, Mass. / Everett [Massachusetts]) tied a program record with four rushing TDs, while Robert Washington (Huntersville, N.C. / East Gaston [Old Dominion]) ran for three scores and accrued 234 yards on the ground. The 120 combined points shattered a Valpo single-game record that had stood since 1923. In addition, kicker Brian Bartholomew (Sugar Grove, Ill. / Kaneland) made eight PATs to break the program’s single-game mark.

Football Returns Home to Host Presbyterian

The Valparaiso University football team will be back at Brown Field on Saturday afternoon as Presbyterian comes to town for the season’s penultimate home game.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 10

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 10 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the Week 9 game at San Diego and preview the Week 10 home date with Presbyterian. Click here to view the interview.

Valpo Football Names Week 9 Team Players of the Week

The Valparaiso University football program has announced its team Players of the Week for Saturday’s game at San Diego.

Niesner Adds Another PFL Honor

For the second time this season and fourth time in his Valparaiso University football career, punter Ben Niesner (Black Diamond, Wash. / Tahoma [Portland State]) is the Pioneer Football League Special Teams Player of the Week.

Defense Shines as Valpo Falls to San Diego

The Valparaiso University football team got off to a stellar start and strong defensive play helped the Beacons cling to the lead for much of the game, but San Diego scored a go-ahead touchdown with 1:15 remaining to edge Valpo 21-14 on a sunny Saturday at Torero Stadium. All three of Valpo’s setbacks in Pioneer Football League play have come by seven points or fewer. Valpo tied a PFL record with three blocked kicks in a single game.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 9

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 9 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the Week 8 win over Dayton and preview the Week 9 game vs. San Diego

Football Travels West to Square Off with San Diego

The Valparaiso University football team will attempt to keep its positive mojo going following a convincing victory over Dayton this past Saturday at Brown Field. This week, the Beacons will fly west for a Saturday afternoon date with San Diego in hopes of besting a historically-strong Pioneer Football League program for a second consecutive week.

Valpo Football Announces Team Awards for Week 8

The Valparaiso University football program announced its weekly team awards on Monday following a 45-28 victory over Dayton on Saturday afternoon at Brown Field.

Chilton Named PFL Defensive Player of the Week by League Office, College Sports Madness

After notching a pair of takeaways to help the Valparaiso University football team down Dayton 45-28 on Saturday, redshirt sophomore Austin Chilton (Windermere, Fla. / West Orange) has earned Pioneer Football League Defensive Player of the Week accolades from both College Sports Madness and the league office.

Offense Thrives as Valpo Downs Dayton on Saturday

After a string of heart-pounding games that came down to the final play, the Valparaiso University football team made sure there was little doubt in the second half on Saturday afternoon at Brown Field.

Football Returns to Action by Hosting Dayton on Saturday

After a bye week that blended rest and recovery with additional practice and preparation, the Valparaiso University football team will return to action this week as the Beacons are set to host Dayton on Saturday at high noon at Brown Field. This week will mark a reunion of sorts for head coach Landon Fox, who will oppose one of his coaching mentors in longtime Dayton head coach Rick Chamberlin. Prior to arriving at Valpo, Fox spent 11 years as the defensive coordinator and secondary coach at Dayton. Saturday will be Family Day at Brown Field.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 8

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 8 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the team's bye week and preview the Week 8 game vs. Dayton.

Valpo Football Weekly: Bye Week

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 7 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the Week 6 game at St. Thomas and talk about plans for this week's bye week.

Valpo Football Announces Team Awards for Week 6

The Valparaiso University football program announced its weekly team awards on Monday following a 20-13 road setback on Saturday at St. Thomas.

Niesner Named PFL Special Teams Player of the Week

Valparaiso University football fifth-year senior Ben Niesner (Black Diamond, Wash. / Tahoma [Portland State]) was recognized by the Pioneer Football League following his best statistical performance in a Valpo uniform in Saturday’s game at St. Thomas.

St. Thomas Edges Valpo in Another Close Contest

The Valparaiso University football team competed in another tightly-contested, one-score game on Saturday, as host St. Thomas withstood a pair of late Valpo takeaways to hold on for a 20-13 victory at O’Shaughnessy Stadium in Saint Paul, Minn. The Beacons outscored the Tommies 10-0 in the final quarter, but couldn’t fully overcome a 17-point deficit.

Football to Visit PFL Newcomer St. Thomas

The Valparaiso University football program will take on one of the two new members of the Pioneer Football League on Saturday as the Beacons make their first-ever trip to St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minn. After a week where all five PFL games were decided by seven points or fewer including Valpo’s overtime defeat to Marist on Homecoming Saturday at Brown Field, the team will hope to start 2-0 in PFL road games for the second straight year.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 6

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 6 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the Week 5 game vs. Marist and preview the Week 6 game at St. Thomas.

Football Announces Week 5 Team Honors

The Valparaiso University football program has announced its weekly award winners for Saturday’s Week 5 game, a 27-24 overtime loss to Marist at Brown Field.

Marist Edges Valpo in Homecoming Thriller

The Valparaiso University football team made every effort to complete a late rally for the second consecutive week, but this time the fourth-quarter magic came up narrowly shy as visiting Marist edged the host Beacons 27-24 in overtime on Homecoming Saturday at Brown Field. Valpo outscored the Red Foxes 14-0 in the fourth quarter to send the game to OT. In the extra session, the Beacons settled for a field goal on their possession before Marist won the game on a 25-yard touchdown pass on their first offensive snap.

Valpo Football to Host Marist on Homecoming Saturday

The annual fall celebration of Valparaiso University has arrived as homecoming weekend is set to get underway. And the centerpiece of an action-packed weekend on campus will take place on Saturday at high noon at Brown Field as the Valpo football program welcomes Marist in hopes of improving to 2-0 in Pioneer Football League action. With the team coming off a dramatic victory, the student body coming off a strong showing at the home opener and the alumni set to return to campus for the first homecoming game since 2019, Brown Field figures to be rocking on Saturday.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 5

Valpo Announces Week 4 Team Players of the Week

The Valparaiso University football program has announced its weekly team awards following Saturday’s 24-21 road victory over Drake.

Martins Named PFL Special Teams Player of the Week

After a game-clinching play in Saturday’s 24-21 road victory over Drake, Valparaiso University football senior defensive lineman Austin Martins (Newman, Calif. / Orestimba [Modesto JC]) was named the Pioneer Football League Special Teams Player of the Week on Sunday.

Valpo Stuns Drake in Dramatic Victory to Open PFL Play

Pioneer Football League action got off to a majestic start for the Valparaiso University football team on Saturday afternoon at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.

Valpo Football Kicks Off PFL Play at Drake

After facing a challenging nonconference schedule, the Valparaiso University football team will kick off Pioneer Football League play this week as the team hits the road for the third time in the first four weeks of the season. The Beacons will visit Drake on Saturday in Des Moines, Iowa with hopes of kicking off PFL play in winning fashion.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 4

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 4 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the Week 3 home opener vs. Dartmouth and preview the Week 4 Pioneer Football League opener at Drake.

Valpo Football Names Week 3 Team Honorees

The Valparaiso University football program announced its team honors for Week 3 of the season following Saturday’s game against Ivy League foe Dartmouth at Brown Field.

Martins Named College Sports Madness PFL Defensive Player of the Week

A pair of fourth-quarter fumble recoveries in Saturday’s game against defending Ivy League champion Dartmouth helped Valparaiso University football senior defensive lineman Austin Martins (Newman, Calif. / Orestimba [Modesto JC]) earn recognition on Sunday.

Valpo Pushes Ivy League Foe Dartmouth to Brink in Home Opener

The Valparaiso University football team gave defending Ivy League champion Dartmouth nearly everything it could handle on Saturday afternoon at Brown Field, but the visiting Big Green escaped Northwest Indiana with a 28-18 victory over the Beacons. The Valpo defense recorded two safeties and forced three turnovers, while running back Robert Washington (Huntersville, N.C. / East Gaston [Old Dominion]) accrued 117 rushing yards on 24 carries to pace the offense. The solid showing came in front of an electric audience of 3,856 including an enthusiastic Valpo student section that was filled to the brim in the first home game without capacity limitations since the end of the 2019 season.

Valpo Football Tailgate, T-Shirt Giveaway Among Promotions as Football Hosts Dartmouth

Brown Field will be the place to be for Valparaiso University students and community members alike on Saturday afternoon. Saturday’s game is sponsored by Philips Ace Hardware.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 3

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 3 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the Week 2 game against North Dakota State and preview the Week 3 home opener vs. Dartmouth.

Football to Open Home Slate vs. Dartmouth

For the first time since the 2019 season, the Valparaiso University football team will welcome spectators with no capacity limitations on Saturday as Dartmouth visits Brown Field for the Fall 2021 home opener. After playing three home games with limited spectators during the Spring 2021 season, the Beacons will welcome fans back to Brown Field this week with a home game against a high-caliber, Ivy League opponent. Visiting Dartmouth will be playing its first game since 2019. Saturday will be Valpo’s final tune-up before starting Pioneer Football League action on Sept. 25 at Drake.

Valpo Football Announces Week 2 Team Awards

The Valparaiso University football program announced its team honors for Week 2 on Monday following Saturday’s game at No. 5/4 North Dakota State in Fargo, N.D.

Football Falls to Nationally-Ranked North Dakota State

The Valparaiso University football team incurred a 64-0 setback to full-scholarship, nationally-ranked North Dakota State on Saturday afternoon at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. The Bison have won eight of the last 10 FCS national titles and entered the game ranked fifth nationally in the Stats Perform FCS Poll and fourth in the AFCA Coaches’ Poll.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 2

Head coach Landon Fox joined Brandon Vickrey for the Week 2 edition of Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute to look back at the Week 1 game against Indiana Wesleyan and preview Week 2 at North Dakota State.

Valpo to Visit Nationally-Ranked North Dakota State on Saturday

The Valparaiso University football team will face a significant test this week as the program receives the opportunity to take the field opposite one of the nation’s premier Division-1 FCS programs. Valpo will visit a nationally-ranked North Dakota State team that has won eight of the last 10 FCS national titles. The Beacons will compete in their second of three nonconference contests.

Valpo Football Reveals Team Awards for Week 1

The Valparaiso University football program announced its team honors for Week 1 of the season on Tuesday. Sophomore wide receiver Chuck Maxwell (Elkhart, Ind. / Elkhart Christian Academy) was named the Offensive Player of the Week, while redshirt sophomore defensive back Austin Chilton (Windermere, Fla. / West Orange) received Defensive Player of the Week honors and redshirt sophomore Matt Ross (Naperville, Ill. / Montini Catholic [Eastern Illinois]) was tabbed Special Teams Player of the Week.

Valpo Football Falls in Season Opener

The Valparaiso University football team outscored Indiana Wesleyan 10-7 over the final three quarters on Saturday evening at Wildcat Stadium in Marion, Ind., but an early deficit proved to be the difference as the hosts prevailed 28-10. Chuck Maxwell (Elkhart, Ind. / Elkhart Christian Academy) was a bright spot for the Valpo offense, while Jaxon Peifer (Normal, Ill. / Normal Community) boasted a team-high 14 tackles.

Valpo Football Announces Fall 2021 Captains

The Valparaiso University football team has announced five captains for the Fall 2021 season. Fifth-year senior long snapper / running back Doug Haugh (Redlands, Calif. / Redlands Senior), senior wide receiver Ollie Reese (Franklin, Tenn. / Battle Ground), senior running back Robert Washington (Huntersville, N.C. / East Gaston [Old Dominion]), redshirt sophomore linebacker Evan Annis (Hilliard, Ohio / Hilliard Davidson) and fifth-year senior Nathan Orlandini (Columbus, Ohio / Upper Arlington) have been elected team captains by their peers.

Valpo Football to Kick Off Season at Indiana Wesleyan

The Valparaiso University football team will kick off the Fall 2021 season on Saturday with an instate battle against Indiana Wesleyan in Marion. Head coach Landon Fox’s team will look to build on a strong Spring 2021 season that saw the program finish with its best winning percentage since 2003 and match its best winning percentage since 1999. The bulk of the roster is intact as a returning core blends with a talented group of newcomers to form the Fall 2021 roster.

Valpo Football Weekly: Week 1

Coach Fox sat down with Brandon Vickrey to preview Week 1 vs. Indiana Wesleyan, provide an update on preseason camp & more on Valpo Football Weekly sponsored by Lakeshore Bone & Joint!

Valpo Football, Volleyball Single-Game Ticket Sales to Begin on Sept. 1

The Valparaiso University Department of Athletics has announced that single-game tickets for football and volleyball will go on sale on Wednesday, Sept. 1 at 10 a.m. Central Time.

Season Preview: Valpo Football Poised to Kick Off Fall 2021 Slate

As Valparaiso University football head coach Landon Fox observed his team during fall camp, he came to the realization that he and his coaches have some difficult decisions to make.

Niesner Named to FCS Punter of the Year Preseason Watch List

Valparaiso University football punter Ben Niesner (Black Diamond, Wash. / Tahoma [Portland State]) has been named to the Fall 2021 FCS Punter of the Year Preseason Watch List by the Augusta Sports Council.

Valpo Football Weekly: Fall Camp Edition

Valpo Football Media Day 2021

Washington Named Phil Steele PFL Preseason Offensive Player of the Year; 10 Valpo Players Earn Phil Steele Preseason All-Conference Honors

The Valparaiso University football team was well represented as the Phil Steele Preseason All-Conference Team for the Pioneer Football League was unveiled on Monday. A group of 10 Valpo honorees was headlined by running back Robert Washington (Huntersville, N.C. / East Gaston [Old Dominion]), who earned Phil Steele PFL Preseason Offensive Player of the Year accolades.

Soliday Named Valpo Director of Football Operations

The Valparaiso University football program and head coach Landon Fox has announced the hiring of Madison Soliday as the program’s Director of Football Operations.

Valpo Football Announces Additions to Coaching Staff

The Valparaiso University football program has announced four new members of its coaching staff for the Fall 2021 season.

Valpo Football Kicks off Preseason Camp

As Valparaiso University football student-athletes reported to campus for fall camp on Friday ahead of Saturday’s first official practice, the excitement was palpable.

Five Valpo Players Named to Preseason All-PFL Team

The Valparaiso University football team boasted five members of the Preseason All-Pioneer Football League Team, which was announced by the league office on Wednesday.

Pioneer Football League Releases Fall 2021 Preseason Poll

After finishing tied for second in the Pioneer Football League standings and posting the program’s best winning percentage since 2003 during the Spring 2021 campaign, the Valparaiso University football team carries significant momentum into the Fall 2021 season.

Valpo Football Places 56 on PFL Academic Honor Roll

During a Spring 2021 season where the Valparaiso University football program increased its performance in competition, the squad also elevated its output in the classroom.

Bishop Garners CoSIDA Academic All-District Honors

Bishop Garners CoSIDA Academic All-District Honors